MyCinema has not rated The Fan for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, horror, and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.

Where can I watch The Fan in the US?

The Fan is free on Hoopla and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

The Fan runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Is The Fan suitable for kids?

The Fan is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

TMDB19811h 35mDrama / Horror / Thriller

The Fan

Name: The Fan
Genre: Drama, Horror, Thriller
Released: 1981-05-15
Duration: 95 min

The final act is murder.

A record store clerk is an obsessed fan of an actress of stage and screen. However, when faced with rejection, the fan strikes out in increasingly violent ways.

TMDB audience score

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Availability in the US

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United States listings · Refreshed 13 Oct 2026. More horror to watch in the US

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The Fan at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Standard length · 1h 35m

At 1h 35m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Drama · Horror · Thriller

TMDB files it under drama, horror, and thriller.

US availability

1 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Not listed on a subscription service. Free or ad-supported on Hoopla. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

5.8 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 5.8 out of 10 across 60 votes, a mixed audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch The Fan tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 35m.
It is free to watch on Hoopla in the US.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The Fan

Is The Fan scary?: MyCinema has not rated The Fan for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, horror, and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch The Fan in the US?: The Fan is free on Hoopla and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is The Fan?: The Fan runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).
Is The Fan suitable for kids?: The Fan is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.